Ellen Johnson
All About Pepper Pot Silk Thread
I’ve long been a fan of Pepper Pot Silk. It’s a luscious single strand spun silk thread from Planet Earth Fiber. (That means it’s not divisible!) It’s made from Chinese silk. It comes in a skein and there are 30 yards/27.4 meters in each skein. Here’s a picture of it for you… It’s available … Read more
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Decorative Stitch Deep Dive: All About The Woven Plait Stitch
A-tisket, a-tasket, a green and yellow basket… who’s ready for spring? I sure am! Here in Alabama, the azaleas are blooming and the trees are beginning to sprout new leaves. Inspired by the season, I have the perfect stitch to help us celebrate spring: the woven plait stitch! Before we dive into … Read more
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3 Awesome Ways to Anchor Your Thread For Open Needlepoint Stitches
Anchoring your thread when you’re using open stitches can be a little daunting – especially if you’re new to using them on your projects. Ellen Johnson
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